Amazon is creating 250,000 seasonal positions nationwide, 1,500 in Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. - Amazon is now hiring for the holiday rush, with 1,500 seasonal jobs available in Tampa.

By the numbers:

As the holidays are approaching, so is the need for more workers across the country at various Amazon facilities.

Amazon is creating 250,000 seasonal positions, including 13,500 jobs here in Florida.

Here is a breakdown of positions available in Florida's metro areas:

• South Florida: More than 2,000 employees

• Orlando: More than 2,000 employees

• Tampa: More than 1,500 employees

• Jacksonville: More than 1,000 employees

There are flexible hours, and some positions will pay an average rate of $19 an hour.

What you can do:

Jobs will be posted weekly through December.

Positions will fill quickly, so it is suggested you check the website often.

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